Lance Kugler, MD
NPI 1255370466 · Ophthalmology Physician · Omaha, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lance Kugler, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Omaha, NE (NPI 1255370466).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255370466
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- NE23266 (NE)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
521 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 161 | $24 |
| Posterior Chamber Intraocular LensV2632 | 86 | $137 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 66 | $45 |
| Release of Nerve Using Operating Microscope64727 | 54 | $161 |
| Release of Arm Or Leg Nerve64708 | 53 | $230 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 49 | $659 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,028 across 9 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2012-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lance Kugler's NPI number?
- Lance Kugler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255370466, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lance Kugler's specialty?
- Lance Kugler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lance Kugler located?
- Lance Kugler's practice location on file with NPPES is 13923 Gold Cir, Omaha, NE 68144-2379.
- What is Lance Kugler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lance Kugler is (402) 558-2211.
- Does Lance Kugler accept Medicare?
- Lance Kugler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lance Kugler's NPI active?
- Yes — Lance Kugler's NPI (1255370466) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.